Security Control Assessor

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Oak Ridge, TN Posted 10 days ago $99,000–$225,000 / year
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As a Security Control Assessor on our dedicated team, you will play a critical role in identifying and implementing the appropriate security tools and strategies to protect our systems against vulnerabilities. Your daily responsibilities include assessing network and security devices according to NIST 800-53 standards, developing security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs) and POA&Ms, and coordinating remediation activities with stakeholders. You will also support accreditation and authorization packages for both new and existing systems, ensuring compliance with RMF requirements while maintaining continuous monitoring of system security posture. This role demands expertise in NIST standards, strong communication skills to engage various audiences, and the ability to develop relationships quickly across teams. Ideal candidates possess a Top Secret clearance, relevant experience in Information Assurance, and certifications like CASP or CISSP.

Skills

NIST 800-53 System Security Plans (SSPs) Vulnerability management Security reporting Continuous monitoring Risk Management Framework (RMF)

What you'll do

  • Assess network and security devices according to NIST 800-53 standards.
  • Recommend and implement infrastructure controls based on security threat assessments.
  • Develop and maintain security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs).
  • Track and manage POA&Ms, coordinating remediation activities with stakeholders.
  • Prepare systems for security assessments, audits, and authorizing official reviews.

What we're looking for

  • Extensive experience using NIST 800-53 security controls.
  • Support system authorization activities and develop security documentation.
  • Track POA&Ms, coordinate remediation with stakeholders.
  • Prepare systems for assessments, audits, and reviews.
  • Experience in continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and reporting.

Market check

Salary context

This $99,000–$225,000 range sits above 59% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$114,000–$198,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$141,102–$185,138

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 627 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 614 roles with salary data.

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